The Painted Cabernet
“Great teachers and staff, cool paintings, good music and everyone is having fun.”
Best Art Classes in Santa Barbara, CA
10 schools listed · 4 in Santa Barbara · 1 open 24/7 · 5 open weekends · 9 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Splish Splash Studio
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MAD Academy
Deep Space Sparkle
Art First Studio
“I highly recommend for your young budding artist!”
Art Spot
“I've also had the pleasure of enjoying their art in the vineyard such a fun experience to enjoy with your partner or friends!”
The 10 schools listed for Santa Barbara, CA teach drawing and painting. Which media they cover, what the fee includes and whether they run model sessions all come from what each school publishes itself.
Area overview: Santa Barbara, CA
4 of the 10 schools we list are based in Santa Barbara; the other 6 serve Santa Barbara from Newbury Park (48 mi), Thousand Oaks (51 mi) and Solvang (26 mi). 9 of the schools on this page have a rating, from 4.6 to 5.0 across 211 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews. 1 is open around the clock; 5 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 6 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 30 years. We have a website on file for 9 of the schools on this page; 7 publish a contact page and 5 list a public email. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
Where do I find painting course levels and materials lists?
9 of the 10 schools here list a website. That is where levels, term dates and the materials list normally sit, and the list is the part people forget to read. Terms change, so check the site rather than the listing before you turn up.
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Jonaki Art Studio
“Since my daughter started taking her classes with her, I have noticed significant improvement in understanding shapes and proportions, and her observational skills.”
Joanne's Garden Whimsy Mandala Painting Classes
“Even my first mandala turned out like I had been doing it for years thanks to Joanne's great class.”
Art is Our Passion
“Wonderful Art Studio for beginner artists of any age but especially for kids.”
Studio 316
“Bob is helpful and takes time to explain concepts and help people foster their own creativity and vision.”
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